Tristan Gilbertson stories
Tristan Gilbertson writes extensively on topics related to telecommunications regulation and broadband performance. His stories delve into the intricacies of regulatory frameworks, company asset valuations, and the impact of these factors on consumer experience and pricing within the broadband and telecommunications sectors.
Readers can expect detailed insights into ongoing developments such as regulatory decisions affecting fibre networks, the role of consumer watchdogs in protecting service standards, and comparative analyses of broadband performance. By exploring his work, one gains a clearer understanding of how regulatory bodies shape the telecommunications landscape and the implications for both consumers and industry providers.
ComCom announces a much broader next phase of MBNZ
Tue, 29th Nov 2022
The Commerce Commission has unveiled the next phase of Measuring Broadband New Zealand (MBNZ), widening the programme to cover new technologies.
ComCom issues final decision on Chorus Regulatory Asset Base
Thu, 6th Oct 2022
A company's RAB amounts to the value of the assets the company has used for delivering regulated fibre services to New Zealand consumers.
Most NZ broadband can deliver four HD Netflix streams at the same time
Mon, 13th Jun 2022
99% of top broadband plans in New Zealand can handle four simultaneous high-definition Netflix streams, says Measuring Broadband New Zealand programme report.
ComCom finds NZ broadband compares well with Australia
Wed, 1st Jun 2022
A new report published by the Commerce Commission has found New Zealand's Ultra-Fast Broadband (UFB) compares well to Australia's National Broadband Network.
ComCom seeks feedback on broadband performance programme
Thu, 24th Feb 2022
The Commerce Commission is inviting feedback on enhancements to its Measuring Broadband New Zealand programme.
Watchdog expects telecommunications retail service issues to be addressed
Wed, 15th Sep 2021
The Commerce Commission wants to see an improvement in the quality of retail services offered by the telecommunications industry.
Commerce Commission wants better outcomes for complaints about telecommunications industry
Thu, 2nd Sep 2021
Commerce Commission calls for improvements to telecommunications dispute resolution scheme to benefit consumers and industry.
The Commerce Commission warns telcos over unclear marketing
Thu, 12th Aug 2021
The Commerce Commission urgently seeks views on proposed marketing principles to reduce consumer confusion about alternative technology.
Commerce Commission lays out max revenues for Chorus
Tue, 1st Jun 2021
The Commerce Commission has revealed its draft decisions on price-quality regulation for Chorus and information disclosure requirements for fibre companies.
Core telecommunications services to keep being regulated to protect consumers
Thu, 13th May 2021
The consumer watchdog will continue to regulate three core telecommunications services in order to protect consumers.
ComCom to revise process for implementing new regulatory regime for Chorus
Sat, 1st May 2021
Since receiving Chorus proposal, the Commission has identified the need to update the indicative process it set out in September 2020.
ComCom: Broadband pricing stagnant in 2020 despite NZers flocking online
Tue, 16th Mar 2021
Despite increased demand, fixed line broadband pricing remains expensive tor all tiers compared to other countries in the OECD.
Chorus looking to spend $1.6 billion - ComCom seeks feedback
Mon, 15th Feb 2021
The Commerce Commission is consulting on a proposal from Chorus to spend $1.6 billion over the first three years of the new fibre regulatory regime.
Commerce Commission confirms approach to enforcing telco obligations
Fri, 2nd Oct 2020
Commerce Commission releases guidance on monitoring and enforcing obligations of telecom operators to offer wholesale services on non-discriminatory basis.